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Northern Drakensberg

The Northern Drakensberg comprises Royal Natal National Park, Amphitheatre, Rugged Glen Nature Reserve, Mont-aux-Sources, Singati Valley, Ifidi, Mnweni & Ntonjelana valleys, the Mnweni cutback, Mponjwane, and the Saddle.
Nanni's Cave

Nanni's Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Nanni's cave is in the Cathedral Peak area. The cave contains bushman paintings and thus the exact location is not shown.
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Nanni's Cave (Annex)

Nanni's Cave (Annex)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Nanni's cave annex is in the Cathedral Peak area. The main Nanni's cave contains bushman paintings and thus the exact location is not shown.
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Ncedamabutho

Ncedamabutho

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Ncedamabutho is in the Mnweni area near Ledges cave.
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Ndumeni Dome

Ndumeni Dome

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Ndumeni Dome is in the Cathedral Peak area.
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Nguza Cave 1

Nguza Cave 1

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Nguza Cave 1 is near the top of Nguza pass in the Mnweni area, 80m from the top of the pass.
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Nguza Cave 2

Nguza Cave 2

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Nguza Cave 2 is near the top of Nguza pass in the Mnweni area about 160m before Nguza Cave 1
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Nguza Pass

Nguza Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Nguza Pass is a rock pass without a trail. It is an amazing pass that is definitely worth doing.
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Nguza Pass Peak

Nguza Pass Peak

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Nguza Pass Peak is in the Mnweni area.
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Ntabamnyama / Namahadi Hut

Ntabamnyama / Namahadi Hut

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

This is a relic of an early settler's dwelling. Image Credit: pietspix [03 July 2008] The ruin is situated 80m from the top of Namahadi pass.
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Ntonjelana Pass (iNtonyelana)

Ntonjelana Pass (iNtonyelana)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Ntonjelana Pass is a steep pass located in the Mnweni area. It is probably the easiest pass in this area. The path is very obvious as it is frequently used as a smuggling route.
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Ntonyelana Knife (iNtonyelana)

Ntonyelana Knife (iNtonyelana)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Ntonyelana Knife (iNtonyelana) is in the Cathedral Peak area.
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Ntonyelana Pass (iNtonyelana)  Hike

Ntonyelana Pass (iNtonyelana) Hike

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

An extreme round trip of a minimum of 2 days. A long route to the top of the escarpment from the Isandlwana Police Post, following the Ntonjelana River.
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Ntonyelana Ridge (iNtonyelana)

Ntonyelana Ridge (iNtonyelana)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Ntonyelana Ridge (iNtonyelana) is in the Cathedral Peak area.
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Old Fire Lookout / Thuthumi Hut

Old Fire Lookout / Thuthumi Hut

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Formerly a Fire Lookout the hut is located in the Cathedral Peak Reserve. The hut is very exposed to the elements. The view from the hut is from Cathkin Peak in the south to the Amphitheatre in the north, with Cathedral Peak range jutting out in the middle.
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Oqalweni Forest Walk

Oqalweni Forest Walk

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

An easy 2 hrs hike (5.5 kms) This route is ideal for hikers who prefer secluded outings. It starts from the Cathedral Peak Hotel, past the trout hatchery and along the Oqalweni River to a waterfall and pool.
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Organ Pipes Pass (Camel Route)

Organ Pipes Pass (Camel Route)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Organ Pipes Pass - the Camel Route is marked as dangerous on official maps but this only really applies in icy conditions. There is beautiful scenery on both sides of the ridge.
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Organ Pipes Pass (Thuthumi Ridge Route)

Organ Pipes Pass (Thuthumi Ridge Route)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Organ Pipes Pass is probably one of the most commonly used passes in the KZN Drakensberg. The name is derived from the very impressive wall of rock pinnacles near the top of the pass. The ridge offers stunning views of the Cathedral and Cathkin ridges. his route is commonly used for smuggling activities and is best av ...
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Organ Pipes Peak

Organ Pipes Peak

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Organ Pipes Peak is located within the Cathedral Peak area.
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Otto's Walk

Otto's Walk

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

An easy one hour walk of 3 kilometres starting at the visitor's centre which takes you along the Tugela River and continues towards the park gate. The path leads up the Sigubudu Valley to some fine examples of San rock paintings.
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Outer Horn

Outer Horn

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Outer Horn is in the Cathedral Peak area. From left to right is the Inner Horn, Outer Horn, The Bell and Cathedral Peak.
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Pampiring

Pampiring

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Pampiring is in the Cathedral Peak area.
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Pampiring II

Pampiring II

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Pampiring II is in the Cathedral Peak area.
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Pins Buttress

Pins Buttress

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Pins Buttress is in the Mnweni area.
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Pins Cave

Pins Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Pins Cave is in the Mnweni area about 360m from the top of Pins Pass. The cave has a flat floor and offers reasonable protection from bad weather. The views from the cave are stunning.
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Pins Pass

Pins Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Pins Pass is not a rock pass. If you choose the correct route, it is a relatively easy and straightforward pass.
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Poachers Cave

Poachers Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Poachers Cave is a large cave in the Cathedral Peak area that could sleep up to 12 people. The cave is closed due to Bushamn Paintings being inside the cave.
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Policeman's Helmet Hike

Policeman's Helmet Hike

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Starting at the Gorge car park this 6km hike to Policeman's Helmet with an elevation gain 340m along the way offers great views.
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Pyramid

Pyramid

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Pyramid is in the Cathedral Peak area.
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Rainbow Gorge Hike

Rainbow Gorge Hike

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

A fair 2 hrs hike (5.5 kms) This is probably one of the most picturesque hikes in the area. From the hotel skirt the base of Tryme Hill westwards, then eastwards on the path into the gorge. Once in the gorge itself the path follows the river.
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Rat Hole Cave

Rat Hole Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Rat Hole Cave is in the Mnweni area, just above Madonna Pass. The cave is a narrow tunnel about 7m deep and can sleep up to 4 people. This cave is not for you if you have claustrophobia.
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Reido Cave

Reido Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Reido cave is in the Cathedral Peak area above the escarpment and below Pampiring Peak. Greys or Twin Peak Pass would be the most common routes to get to the cave.
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Ribbon Cave and Falls Hike

Ribbon Cave and Falls Hike

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

A moderate hike of 3.5km from Cathedral Peak Hotel with an elevation gain of 358m. The cave sleeps 6 and the floor is level and offers good protection from storms.
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Ribbon Falls Cave

Ribbon Falls Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Ribbon Falls Cave is in the Cathedral Peak area. The floor is level and offers good protection from storms.
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Rockeries

Rockeries

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Rockeries is located in the Mnweni area.
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Rockeries Pass

Rockeries Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Rockeries Pass is a relatively easy way to reach the escarpment in the Mnweni area. Navigating your way along this pass is no problem at all because the path is clear.
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Roland's Cave

Roland's Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Roland's Cave is in the Cathedral Peak area and is positioned on the side of the escarpment. The views are out of this world. The floor is level and provides excellent shelter. The cave is named after Roland, a member of the Mountain Club of South Africa.
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Royal Natal Nature Reserve

Royal Natal Nature Reserve

Private Bag X1669, , KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Royal Natal National Park (Thendele & Mahai) was proclaimed in 1916 and contains some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in Africa. The main feature is the world famous Amphitheatre, a rock wall approximately five km in length, and 500 m high. Above the amphitheatre is Mont-aux-Sources peak where, as its nam ...
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Rwanqa

Rwanqa

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Rwanqa is located in the Mnweni area.
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Rwanqa Cave

Rwanqa Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Rwanqa Cave is in the Mnweni area.
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Rwanqa Cave 2

Rwanqa Cave 2

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Rwanqa Cave 2 is in the Mnweni area about 240m before Rqanqa Cave.
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Rwanqa Pass

Rwanqa Pass

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Rwanqa Pass is fairly difficult. It's route is not clearly shown on official maps as the pass is very overgrown.
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Rwanqa Spear

Rwanqa Spear

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Rwanqa Spear is located in the Mnweni area.
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Saddle (North)

Saddle (North)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Saddle North is in the Mnweni (Amangwane) area. 
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Saddle (South)

Saddle (South)

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Saddle South is in the Mnweni (Amangwane) area.
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Overlooking Drakensberg Mountains, Sandford Park Country Hotel is set amid manicured lawns and rose gardens. Located in Bergville, it features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and barbecue facilities. Sandford Park’s spacious rooms have a TV, a work desk, and an electric kettle. Some of the rooms have views of the mounta ...
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Scaly Cave

Scaly Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Scaly Cave is in the Mnweni area. This is a small cave for 3 people. You would be better off staying in Sunshine Cave on the other side of the valley, about 300m away.
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Schoongezicht Cave

Schoongezicht Cave

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Schoongezicht Cave is in the Cathedral Peak area. The cave is right next to the Ndedema river. The views upwards from the cave are beautiful.
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Sentinel

Sentinel

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Sentinel is in the Royal Natal area.
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